Research Intern / Master's or Bachelor's Thesis / FYP students (Game development)

About TUMCREATE

TUMCREATE is a multidisciplinary research platform of the Technical University Munich (TUM) at the Singapore Campus for Research Excellence and Technological Enterprise (CREATE). We are joining forces with universities, public agencies, and industry for the advancement of future technologies.

Our large-scale Food Science ‘Proteins4Singapore’ program is funded by Singapore’s National Research Foundation (NRF). The Technical University Munich (TUM) and Nanyang Technological University (NTU) join forces with the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) and A*STAR’s Singapore Institute of Food and Biotechnology Innovation (SIFBI) to research plant-based proteins.

Please visit www.tum-create.edu.sg for more information about TUMCREATE.

Job Purpose/Objective of the Position:

We are a team of researchers working on environmental sustainability in food systems. The goal of this position is to turn scientific insights from the environmental impacts of dietary choices into accessible tools that promote sustainable behavior. To support this mission, we are developing an educational game that uses real-world data to show how different diets affect the environment. As a Game Development Intern, you will help design and build engaging gameplay experiences that communicate these ideas clearly and effectively. You'll work closely with sustainability and food researchers to create an interactive, meaningful tool that raises public awareness and inspires sustainable choices.

Time commitment:

Minimum 16 hours per week for 3 months and/or full-time internship for 3 months. The internship starts from August 2025 onwards.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist in designing, prototyping, and developing gameplay features for a sustainability-focused game.
• Collaborate with sustainability experts to translate real-world dietary impact data into engaging game mechanics.
• Implement UI/UX elements for interactive, player-friendly experiences.
• Participate in brainstorming and feedback sessions to refine game concepts and features.
• Test and debug game builds to ensure a polished and stable experience.
• Contribute ideas for improving the educational effectiveness and player engagement of the game.

Job Requirements/Competencies:

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree/diploma in Game Development, User Experience and Game Design, or a related field.
• Familiarity with game development engines such as Unity, Unreal, Godot, or similar.
• Programming skills in languages such as C#, C++, Python, or JavaScript.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging abilities.
• Interest in sustainability, environmental education, or data-driven storytelling.

What TUM CREATE offers you:

• Vibrant, modern and positive working environment in Singapore.
• Campus-sited office location with a host of facilities.
• In-building perks including gym, game room and coffee room.

Applications:

Please send your application including cover letter (compulsory) and CV to hr@tum-create.edu.sg

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We look forward to your application.